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Newspaper
Freeport Journal
Location
Freeport, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Oct 04, 1876
Page
2
Estimated total funding for removing the rocky obstruction at Tell Gate and improving Fast River navigation is 5 189 120 dollars. Expenditures up to August 1 1876 amount to 1 086 841 45 dollars.
In Massachusetts the Democratic campaign centers on an aristocratic figurehead called Charles Francis Adams as the animus and helm of the effort, shaping the party’s public image in the state. Across Indiana, the same party pushes a less formal approach with a mocked up old blue jeans persona dubbed Blue Jeans Williams as a campaign symbol and spokesperson.
The text argues Edward Cooper, a Tammany sachem and key Tilden aide, and A. S. Stewitt, Stewitt is said to be Peter Cooper's son-in-law and Tilden ally, suggesting Peter Cooper may be used as a decoy by Tilden’s operatives and urging Republicans to investigate before voting.
A letter from M. Sawyer Esq. in the East notes straw poll results on the B&O Railroad car: Hayes 105 to Tilden 42. On the Washington Mt. Vernon steamer Arrow Hayes 116 to Tilden 43. Peter Cooper 2. Ladies vote 65 for Hayes 40 for Tilden none for Cooper. A mariner praises Washington City’s improving appearance under Northern “mud sills.”
Democratic and Independent speakers framing government as a hen nest with rotten eggs mocks rival parties. The speaker proposes replacing rotten Democrats with fresh Republicans to secure another term in November, using granger audiences as the target. The piece uses provocative imagery to advocate party renewal.
A Ridott Republican rally saw vandals demolish a cherished Civil War flag of the Wide Awakes, sparking questions about Democratic involvement. The flag, given by Freeport ladies in 1860 and carried through Lincoln campaigns, was cut to fragments. Authorities offer a reward of 25 for the culprit, while editors speculate on party responsibility and urge justice.
Gen. Logan arrived weary from campaigning and spoke two hours at the Opera House to a large, attentive audience. The talk covered pressing issues in a calm, disciplined manner, drawing many to stand and listen as old-time Democrats drifted away. The report notes his health and the general effectiveness of the address.
The writer recalls meeting a man named Johnson in Galena who threatened to “skin” them in Freeport. The column depicts ongoing tensions between Democratic and Rebel factions, condemning Johnson and the party while criticizing southern politics and the Romish priesthood. The piece notes Johnson’s plan to hire a hall for a speech and promises a firm reception.
Daniel J. Jones of New York City testifies under oath in 1863 as an officer of the United States Christian Commission that he waited on Samuel J. Tilden to solicit aid for soldiers. Jones says Tilden replied he would rather see all soldiers starve than give any money, and Tilden did not contribute a cent.
A Philadelphia 1876 dispatch notes a heated editorial stance claiming Roman Catholic influence in U S politics reflects priestly control seeking power. It argues the priesthood's history in Europe shows a pattern of despotism and cruelty, linking it to Democratic alignment and political objectives. The piece also covers the 1876 Philadelphia Exposition crowds and the Powell geologic surveys featured there.
The Stephenson County Republican Central Committee announces mass meetings by appointment across Ridott Berry Silver Creek Rock Grove Lancaster Loran Lena Buckeye Center Eiler Davis Winslow Orangeville HiVan Brocklin Florence and other towns from Oct 4 to Oct 18 1876 with German English bilingual speakers and plans for Hayes and Wheeler Club organization. Smith D Atkins Julius Schreiber Geo L Piersol and H C Burchard lead talks and clubs form after gatherings.
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